• In this series, you’ll read about some of our inventors, bright minds and other brilliant science heroes.

South African Inventors, Bright Minds and Other Science Heroes

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In this series, you’ll read about some of our inventors, bright minds and other brilliant science heroes.

Over the years, people across South Africa have made their mark through life-changing discoveries, breakthroughs and inventions. You’ll read the stories of people who’ve made medical breakthroughs, discoveries and invented new gadgets. Stories about men and women who love animals and plants. Stories about South Africans who try to understand the secrets of the universe. Stories about people who made interesting discoveries about fossils, the Earth, engineering, water and our climate.

South African Inventors, Bright Minds and Other Science Heroes - Christiaan Barnard

Prof. Christiaan Barnard

Read the riveting tale of medical bravery and pioneering spirit that led to the first successful heart transplant by Professor Christiaan Barnard.

➜ English version
➜ Afrikaans version

South African Inventors, Bright Minds and Other Science Heroes - Johnny Mahlangu

Prof. Johnny Mahlangu

“Beyond the Bruises: The Lifeblood of Healing” unveils the remarkable journey of Professor Johnny Mahlangu, a steadfast pioneer in the battle against haemophilia.

➜ English version
➜ Afrikaans version

South African Inventors, Bright Minds and Other Science Heroes - Aaron Klug

Sir Aaron Klug

Sir Aaron Klug’s insatiable curiosity led to revolutionary discoveries in molecular biology, a Nobel Prize, and a knighthood for his scientific contributions.

➜ English version
➜ Afrikaans version

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